Slimming World members across Plymouth have taken part in a campaign to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw campaign returned bigger than ever, and members have been busy filling their donation bags. The Clothes Throw initiative raised funds by encouraging members to donate the clothes that they have slimmed out of to their local Cancer Research UK charity shops.
Slimming World members from groups in Plympton, Plymstock, Woolwell, Crownhill, Compton and North Prospect all donated clothes to the cause.
Slimming World has supported Cancer Research UK since 2013 and has helped raise more than £15 million.
This year is no exception and Slimming World groups across Plymouth have donated over 1,400 bags which has the potential to raise nearly £50,000 for Cancer Research’s vital work.
Lauren Fidler, Slimming World team developer in Plymouth said:
“I am so excited for us to be able to continue our support of Cancer Research UK. It’s a cause close to the heart of many of our members and consultants, I don’t think there’s many of us who haven’t been affected by cancer.
“We know how beneficial our fundraising can be. Talking with staff at the local Cancer Research UK shops I know that they are crying out for donations, so this collection couldn’t come at a better time!
“As our members continue to lose weight and shed inches, it’s a great opportunity to clear out those clothes they’ve shrunk out of, and what a wonderful feeling to know they’re converted into money for such a great charity! With gift aid each bag can be worth up to £35!”
“Losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight could prevent around 22,800 cases of cancer every year in the UK, and reduce the risk of 13 types of cancer, including breast, uterus, ovaries, and gall bladder.”
Lauren added:
“I have been a Slimming World Consultant for three years now, and I love being able to help my members lose weight, but also helping protect themselves from the risks that comes with cancer, and so much more!”
The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw 2022 gave members a chance to celebrate the difference that they’ve made to their health and the reduced risk of a range of health conditions including cancer, whether they’ve dropped one dress or waist size, or six.
“It’s wonderful how once again Slimming World members across Plymouth have taken this campaign by storm, so just a massive thank you to our members across the city, the Cancer Research staff and volunteers helping round up all the bags too,” said Lauren.
